Long term storage of parts

Question

I recently bought some spare parts for my Subaru Forester XT and would like to store them the right way until I need them. Specifically, I have a turbo, injectors, exhaust and intercooler that needs to go in the garage. How would you guys handle this? I was thinking WD40, mutton cloth and black bags.

I expect them to lie around unused for around 1 to 3 years.

Answer 1

If you are in a high humidity area, I would:

• Coat the part in WD-40 (at least pieces which are made of or have exposed metal pieces).
• Put them into a large Zip Lock Style Vacuum Storage bag along with ~six oxygen absorbers
• Vacuum out the storage bag
• Place bag on the shelf and leave it alone.

You may want to put something around the part so any sharp edges aren't coming in contact with the plastic of the bag. The reason for WD-40 is not because of it's superior rust preventive qualities, because there are plenty of other products out there. The reason to use WD-40 is because of its water displacement qualities (thus the WD in the name).

This method should keep your parts fresh for a long time if left undisturbed with seals intact and bag uncompromised.